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1986 Classic

A classic 8-bit platformer where Milon fends off enemies with bubbles and hunts for hidden rooms, items and secrets by breaking blocks throughout the castle. It emphasizes discovery and trial-and-error puzzling over pure jumping, and is quite tough.

What defines Milon's Secret Castle:

  • Challenging difficulty
  • Lots to discover
  • Puzzles and brain teasers
  • Fantasy setting

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Umihara Kawase

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1994 PC −80 % 9.75 € 1.95 € 12 days left 👍 93 % Very positive, 216 reviews on Steam

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